Johanna cucumber
Cucumis sativus
Cucumber Johanna, early and productive outdoor variety with green crunchy fruits. Perfect for garden, light tunnel, salads and pickling.
Description
Cucumber Johanna – Cucumis sativus
Introduction
The Cucumber Johanna is an early, productive outdoor variety with long, green, crunchy fruits. Suitable for garden or light tunnel cultivation. Ideal for salads and pickling.
Origins and botanical family
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Origin: Netherlands
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Family: Cucurbitaceae
Selected for disease resistance, productivity, and uniform fruiting. Adapted to outdoor cultivation in temperate climates.
Description and characteristics
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Plant height: 1.5–2 m (climbing)
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Fruits: green, firm, 18–22 cm, crunchy
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Foliage: medium green, dense
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Texture: firm, juicy
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Taste: mild, refreshing
Sowing and growing conditions
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Sow: April–June, outdoors or light tunnel
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Transplant: 3–4 weeks after germination if sown indoors, spacing 50–60 cm
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Sowing depth: 1–2 cm
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Germination: 7–10 days at 20–25°C
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Soil: fertile, light, well-drained, pH 6–7
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Exposure: full sun
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Watering: regular, keep foliage dry
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Support: recommended
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Thinning: 1 plant every 50–60 cm
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Fertilization: compost or balanced fertilizer
Care
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Regular palisade/trellis
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Remove yellow or diseased leaves
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Monitor for aphids and spider mites
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Mulch to maintain moisture and reduce weeds
Harvest
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Period: 50–65 days after sowing
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Maturity: green, firm, crunchy fruits 18–22 cm
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Yield: 3–5 kg/m²
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Storage: 1 week in the fridge
Garden use
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Ideal for outdoor or light tunnel cultivation
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Companion plants: beans, corn, radish
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Crop rotation recommended
Culinary uses
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Crunchy, for salads, crudités, pickling
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Can be eaten raw or lightly cooked
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Tip: marinate in vinegar for homemade condiment
Ecology and advantages
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Attracts pollinators
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Resistant to common diseases
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Suitable for balcony or container with support
The Johanna cucumber is easy to grow, productive, and decorative. Its crisp, green fruits are perfect for salads or preserves, and it's suitable for both beginners and experienced gardeners.
Bag of 1 gram for 8M²
Features
- Common name : Johanna cucumber
- Category : vegetable
- Time to sow seeds : mid-April to mid-May
- Harvest : June to August
Specific References
- EAN13
- 8711117218609
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